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lyndacarol - I looked into the fasting blood insulin test some more, and it's my understanding that this test is commonly associated with type II diabetes, which I almost positively do not have. I have never been overweight in my life (currently 124lbs at 5'3"), never smoked, have a healthy die...

Ah! Thanks for the correction; it makes a lot of sense the way you put it. I'll be sure to be specific when I request it. Is what I've described enough to warrant the test? I know I feel ill and like my body is sending out distress signals, but I've but I've been burned too many times by doctors who...

Thank you both for your quick replies! They're very helpful. jimmylegs - I feel the pain in my back, but, I agree that it does not sound like Lhermitte's. Whew! The omeprazole subject is interesting -- I hadn't even though to consider that. I will definitely look into the magnesium levels. I'm almos...

Is this Lhermitte's? I know, kind of a stupid question, but it's hard to tell. I guess it should be obvious. I definitely experience sharp shooting pain when bending my neck forward, but it could just be tight back muscles. How do I tell the difference? I'd hate to go to the doctor for sore back mus...